Fit & Strong!
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Join us in this evidence-based exercise/behavior change program for older adults or those with lower extremity osteoarthritis.
Fit & Strong
- 12-week program that includes 60-minutes of exercise and 30-minutes of group discussion/health education
- Has demonstrated significant functional and physical activity improvements in older adults
Components
- Aerobic, strength and flexibility exercise
- Group discussion around a health-related topic
Benefits
- Manage arthritis
- Exercise safely
- Decrease joint pain and stiffness
- Improve daily function
- Reduce anxiety and depression
- Develop and maintain an active lifestyle
For more information:
https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/programs/fit-strong
Upcoming Fit & Strong Classes
Location, Date and Time:
Bismarck Veterans Memorial Library (Room B)
515 N 5th St, Bismarck, ND 58501
Class meets twice per week - October 21, 2024 through January 23, 2025 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. CST
Dates are:
Oct. 21, 24, 28, 31
Nov. 4, 8, 13, 14, 18, 21, 25, 27
Dec. 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19
Jan. 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23
Contact Shelly Kuntz to register 701-221-6865 or use the link below:
http://tinyurl.com/2024FitandStrong
This project is supported by funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Community Living, Administration of Aging, and granted through the North Dakota Department of Health & Human Services, Aging Services Division.
Requests for accommodations related to disability should be made to the event contact person at least two weeks in advance of the event.